The Paper Bag Princess

Twenty plus years ago I "discovered" a wonderful book called The Paper Bag Princess by Robert Munsch. Its about a princess who finds out who she really is by using resourcefulness and creativity to overcome adversity. This was a girl power book before anyone even knew what girl power was all about. It's also a cute story with a great message (which I've used in a few Relief Society and Young Women lessons over the years).

What triggered these memories? Mark's nephew's wife is expecting twin daughters and the shower is in just under two weeks. Instead of a card, they've requested a children's book to build the girls' library. So, this book was my first thought, and I wasn't sure if it was still being published. The answer is a resounding "yes!" In fact, the book is having it's 25th anniversary. I guess a few million other people have also discovered this charming tale. If you haven't read it, consider getting it and reading it. Barnes & Noble has it in the children's section, or it's available on Amazon.com. Enjoy!